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Hepatitis A, B and C (A2CDC) - 01/01/2026 - 31/12/2028
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
This course begins with an overview of liver anatomy and physiology. The epidemiology, transmission, pathogenesis, clinical features, screening, tests, diagnosis, management, and ways to treat Hepatitis A, B and C are outlined. Clinical management of acute HBV and chronic HBV including patient support, advice on lifestyle changes, HCC screening, treatment and primary prevention of HBV infection are discussed. The initial assessment of HCV infection including DAAs, treatment regimens, side effects, renal impairment, reasons for treatment failure, advice for patients and exposure to HCV are discussed in detail.
4.5 Educational activity hours
6 Performance review hours
  Professionalism
  Ethical practice
 
Coronary Artery Disease (A3CDC) - 01/01/2026 - 31/12/2028
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
This course provides an overview of coronary artery disease (CAD) and outlines the prevalence of the disease in Australia. It discusses the controllable and uncontrollable risk factors including using the Australian absolute cardiovascular disease risk calculator to measure these risks. Other risk factors include lifestyle measures and management of hypertension and diabetes. The diagnosis, examination, investigations and management of CAD including ongoing monitoring of this condition are outlined. The module concludes with a case study that focuses on developing a coronary artery disease management plan to achieve treatment goals.
4.5 Educational activity hours
6 Performance review hours
  Professionalism
  Ethical practice
6 MOPS (AST - Adult Internal Medicine) hours
 
Tobacco Related Conditions (A4CDC) - 01/01/2026 - 31/12/2028
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
This course begins with an overview of the epidemiology of tobacco-related conditions and statistics of deaths caused by tobacco in Australia. It briefly discusses the features of addiction, the pharmacokinetics, the different types of tobacco products and alternative tobacco and nicotine delivery methods. The module then focuses on measures to assist patients with cessation of smoking including counselling, follow-up consults, pharmacotherapy, the use of e-cigarettes as harm reduction, non-drug interventions and concomitant drugs. The health consequences of active smoking and second-hand smoke are outlined. The module concludes with different types of screening to conduct for smoking-related conditions including those affecting the lung and heart.
4 Educational activity hours
6 Performance review hours
  Professionalism
  Ethical practice
 
Thyroid Conditions (D1CDC) - 01/01/2026 - 31/12/2028
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
This course focuses on thyroid conditions. It begins with the anatomy, physiology and histology of the thyroid gland. The“proper” thyroid hormones (T3 and T4), its regulation, activity, functions, effects, and outlines of conditions are discussed. The course then discusses the main causes of hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism including its risk factors, symptoms, examinations, investigations, diagnosis, investigations, treatment, management, and complications if untreated. The following unit focuses on the main types of thyroid cancer including differentiated and undifferentiated tumours, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, investigations, treatment, and post treatment. The course concludes with three typical cases seen in general practice to reinforce learning.
5 Educational activity hours
6 Performance review hours
  Professionalism
  Ethical practice
 
Varicose Veins, Venous Leg Ulcers and DVT (U1GEM) - 01/01/2026 - 31/12/2028
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
The course commences with the definition and epidemiology of chronic venous disease (CVD), chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) and deep vein thrombosis (DVT). The risk factors for CVI and DVT, including the pathophysiology of CVD and DVT are outlined. The clinical features, CEAP (Clinical, Etiology, Anatomy and Pathophysiology) classification of CVD and Venous Clinical Severity Score (VCSS) are discussed in detail. CVD diagnostic tools include duplex ultrasound, D-dimer test, DVT ultrasound, contrast CT venography, computed tomography venography and magnetic resonance venography. The course then focusses on the management of varicose veins and deep vein thrombosis including compression therapies for C0-C4 disease, leg elevation, medical therapies, vein ablation therapies and vein surgery. Three case studies are included in this course to reinforce learning.
4 Educational activity hours
5.5 Performance review hours
  Professionalism
  Ethical practice
 
Managing Long Term Childhood Conditions in General Practice (D6CDC) - 01/01/2026 - 31/12/2028
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
The primary burden of disease in children and young people has shifted from infectious diseases to chronic conditions. Definitions, demographic and incident data are discussed. Tooth decay is very common in children and information is provided for the medical practitioner encountering this issue. Primary, secondary and tertiary stages of care are listed. The GP role is to listen, support, diagnosis, communicate/educate, coordinate and advocate for the patient and their family. The role of allied health support for the clinician is recognised and discussed. Key consultation strategies and considerations are covered. These include aims, communication, curve balls, breaking bad news, family considerations, non-compliance, medico-legal, child protection, mental health, adolescence and palliation. Consultation frameworks are provided. Following the FAMILY guide, five case examples are provided in managing children with asthma, ASD, school and social media influence, food allergy and spina bifida. Information about the GP’s self care is mentioned.
4.5 Educational activity hours
6 Performance review hours
  Professionalism
  Ethical practice
  Addressing health inequities
 
Atrial Fibrillation (D7CDC) - 01/01/2026 - 31/12/2028
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common recurrent adult arrhythmia worldwide. AF is a supraventricular tachyarrhythmia characterised by uncoordinated, irregular, ineffective atrial contractions. Statistics, epidemiology and health concerns are introduced. Pathophysiology and risk factors are outlined before moving into the classification and the relevance of screening. Clinical features, evaluation, diagnostic work-up and a collaborative approach are a focus of course content. Information around AF management includes the CHA2DS2-VASc score and HAS-BLED score tools applied to clinical practice. Oral anticoagulants (OAC) contraindications and comparisons are covered including OAC choices. Decisions between rhythm vs Rate control are considered in depth.
4 Educational activity hours
6 Performance review hours
  Professionalism
  Ethical practice
6 MOPS (AST - Adult Internal Medicine) hours
 
Autism Spectrum Disorder (U1CDC) - 01/01/2026 - 31/12/2028
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
This course focusses on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). ASD is introduced as an umbrella term for a range of pervasive developmental disorders. ASD is a condition that affects how a person thinks, feels, interacts with others and experiences their environment. Definitions, causes and misunderstandings are discussed. The epidemiology and health burden of ASD are outlined before discussing the characteristics, signs, symptoms, red flag behaviours and diagnosis criteria. The GP role in detection, screening tools, diagnosis and working with the family as well as the patient are mentioned. GPs need to be prepared to educate and support families, as caring for a child with ASD is often emotionally exhausting. Comorbid conditions, genetic tests and physical health issues of patients with ASD are covered. Content includes the three levels and prognosis of ASD. Common interventions include behavioural, developmental, family-based and other options that may be considered. Treatment programs specifically tailored to individual needs usually include a multidisciplinary team focus.
3.5 Educational activity hours
5.5 Performance review hours
  Addressing health inequities
  Professionalism
  Ethical practice
 
ASCIA Anaphylaxis e-training for health professionals - 01/01/2026 - 31/01/2028
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
The ASCIA Anaphylaxis e-training for health professionals course has been developed by ASCIA to provide accessible, consistent and evidence-based anaphylaxis training for health professionals in Australia and New Zealand, at no charge.
1.5 Educational activity hours
0.5 Performance review hour
 
Diabetes Outcome Improvement Activity - 01/01/2026 - 31/12/2028
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
This outcome improvement activity relates to diabetes and enables doctors to review and enhance their current practice for patients with this condition. The activity will guide you to compare and measure your management of three patient cases prior to, and after applying evidence-based guidelines to patient cases. Guides, tools and templates are provided as you work through this activity. At the completion of this activity, you are asked to reflect and measure your improved patient management and outline systemic changes you may have implemented into your clinical practice.
8.5 Performance review hours
  Professionalism
  Ethical practice
8.5 MOPS (AST - Adult Internal Medicine) hours